Judged by peer newsrooms across the country, the Virginia Press Association Awards recognize excellence in journalism, design, and advertising throughout the state.
Over the years, I’ve led the design of ad campaigns that not only met client goals but also stood out for their creativity, clarity, and visual impact. This gallery highlights a selection of in-house and client ads recognized by the Virginia Press Association. Each piece reflects a balance of storytelling, brand alignment, and design strategy, with an emphasis on results even in the smallest of spaces.
I have also been part of the newsroom teams honored with Best in Advertising and Best Class Weekly Newspaper, recognition that reflects the collective skill, collaboration, and creative energy of our entire staff.
2024 was my first year submitting entries in the pagination and layout categories, and I was honored to receive multiple first and second place awards from the Virginia Press Association. These wins represent not just design, but storytelling through layout, typography, and visual rhythm.
Digital Advertising
Member Self-Promotion
Multiple Advertisers and Themed Pages
Real Estate
Combination Picture and Story
General Make-Up
Specialty Pages or Sections
Sports Pages
Automotive
Education, Churches & Organizations
Food and Drug
Lifestyles
Member Self-Promotion
Professional Services (Excluding Medical/Healthcare)
Small Space Ads
Front Page
Page Design
Specialty Pages or Sections
Education, Churches & Organizations
Member Self-Promotion
Multiple Advertisers and Themed Pages
Food and Drug
Professional Services (Medical and Healthcare)
Slick Publications (Standalone
Section with a slick cover)
Entertainment
Real Estate
Food and Drug
Professional Services (Medical and Healthcare)
Multiple Advertisers and Themed Pages
Professional Services (Non-Medical)
Home and Garden
Member Self-Promotion
Member Self-Promotion
Professional Services (Non-Medical)
Entertainment
Education, Churches, and Organizations
Digital Advertising
Member Self-Promotion
Food and Drug
Automotive
Professional Services (Non-Medical)
Member Self-Promotion
Multiple Advertisers and Themed Pages
Food and Drug
Professional Services (Medical and Healthcare)
Digital Advertising
Entertainment
Member Self-Promotion
Professional Services (Non-Medical)
Professional Services (Medical and Healthcare)
Home and Garden
Professional Services (Medical and Healthcare)
Entertainment
Fashion and Personal Care
Member Self-Promotion
Professional Services (Non-Medical)
Multimedia Report (Warrenton Warbler)
Prince William Times
Fashion and Personal Care
Member Self-Promotion